Why Lily Collins, Ashley Park Say Their EIP Characters Needed to Fight

Warning: This article contains spoilers for Emily in Paris season 5.

Emily Cooper is saying bonjour to more relationship troubles.

In the latest season of Emily in Paris, Emily and her best friend and roommate, Mindy, had a falling out caused by a past relationship of Emily’s. For actresses Lily Collins and Ashley Park, this conflict was important for showing the strength of their characters’ friendship.

Ashley, who plays Mindy, explained to TopMob News that Mindy and Lily have always had a strong, unbroken bond. She believes facing challenges together will not only make their relationship even stronger once they make up, but also help them both grow as individuals.

Emily, enjoying a carefree life in Italy while running the new Agence Grateau office in Rome with Marcello, was living the dream. Meanwhile, back in France, Mindy found it difficult to share the news about her growing feelings for Alfie Peterson.

Emily had recently returned from Italy, disappointed that the new Rome office hadn’t worked out. When she heard the news – delivered through her boss Sylvie’s assistant – it threatened her blossoming and adorable relationship with a popular singer.

Ashley, 34, explained that the most crucial thing is seeing the characters continue to evolve and discover who they are. She believes people often grow the most when faced with unexpected challenges or setbacks.

You know, as someone who studies relationships, I always say how you make up is just as crucial as the issue itself. In Emily and Mindy’s case, it wasn’t actually Alfie that bothered Emily – it was the fact that Mindy hadn’t been honest with her about it. Trust is everything, and that secret really damaged their friendship.

Lily told TopMob that their friendship and relationship are always their top priority – something they want to nurture, support, enjoy, and even push to grow. This year was especially difficult because of some unexpected and upsetting events.

She explained that if the storyline was going to address a difficult topic, it needed to genuinely explore the discomfort and consequences, not just mention it briefly and then quickly move on. It couldn’t be resolved too easily or quickly after being introduced.

Mindy and Emily had a fight that they resolved in episode six, where Emily admitted she needed to change her behavior. However, Mindy, who is 36, wanted any future reconciliation between them to feel authentic and real.

Lily explained that the situation needs to be handled practically and with sensitivity, and that everyone involved needs room to process things and have some distance.

Now that Emily is starting a new phase, let’s dive into what you can expect in season five of Emily in Paris.

Emily in Paris season five is now streaming on Netflix.

Mindy and Emily had a fight and then made up in episode six, where Emily admitted she needed to change her behavior. However, Mindy, who is 36, wanted their eventual reconciliation to feel truly authentic.

Lily emphasized the need for a practical approach and for everyone to have enough space and time to process things and gain perspective.

Now that Emily is starting a new phase, here’s a detailed look at season five of Emily in Paris.

Emily in Paris season five is now streaming on Netflix.